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Congress vs Tharoor again: Thiruvananthapuram MP faces fresh party heat over post on Kashmir

India | Jun 22, 2026, 10:40 AM IST

This is not the first time Tharoor has faced such criticism from party colleagues. On Saturday, Congress reacted strongly to Tharoor’s reported praise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Rajya Sabha race intensifies in Congress; 24 Akbar Road bungalow retention seen as strategic subtext

India | May 18, 2026, 06:15 PM IST

In Karnataka, the candidature of party president Mallikarjun Kharge for the Rajya Sabha is considered certain. Additionally, one seat is expected to go to a Lingayat community representative, while discussions continue over the remaining seat.

What Satheesan predicted about Kerala four-months ago in interview with India TV turned into reality

India | May 14, 2026, 04:20 PM IST

Back in December 2025, after the UDF’s historic performance in Kerala’s local body and panchayat elections, Satheesan had confidently declared that the victory would act as a 'political booster' ahead of the April 2026 Assembly elections.

LDF rebukes Congress-led UDF over delay in choosing Kerala CM: 'Respect people's verdict'

India | May 12, 2026, 05:48 PM IST

In the Assembly elections held on April 9, the Congress-led UDF secured a decisive victory and returned to power in Kerala, defeating the LDF after two consecutive terms in government.

Karnataka Cabinet shuffle buzz: Congress MLAs gather in Delhi; Shivakumar warns against indiscipline

Karnataka | Apr 13, 2026, 02:24 PM IST

Among those present in Delhi are TB Jayachandra, Ashok Pattan, Hampanagouda Badarli, Puttaranga Shetty, Vinay Kulkarni, Puttaswamy, Belur Gopalakrishna, GS Patil, JT Patil, AR Krishnamurthy, Shadakshari, Narayanaswamy, Rajshekhar Patil Hatnal and B Shivanna, among others.

Sonia Gandhi admitted to Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi after chest ailment, kept under observation

India | Mar 24, 2026, 11:48 PM IST

Priyanka Gandhi is present at the hospital, staying close to her mother during the treatment.

Mani Shankar Aiyar's another attack on Congress, asks Rahul Gandhi to step down as INDIA bloc leader

India | Feb 23, 2026, 11:50 AM IST

Aiyar suggested several prominent opposition figures, including Mamata Banerjee, Akhilesh Yadav, MK Stalin, and Tejashwi Yadav, as potential leaders to take over the role from Gandhi.

Mani Shankar Aiyar pitches Vijayan for next CM in Kerala; Congress cites remark as 'irrelevant'

India | Feb 16, 2026, 11:26 AM IST

During his address, Aiyar hailed Vijayan and suggested that amendments should be made to strengthen Kerala’s position in the Panchayati Raj system. He offered recommendations on how the state could legally secure its leading role in local governance.

Congress fast-tracks organisational overhaul, appoints 525 district chiefs across 14 states

India | Jan 26, 2026, 11:16 PM IST

Venugopal, who is the AICC general secretary in charge of organisation, said the next stage of the programme has also been officially launched in six additional states. He shared the update on social media platform X following a meeting held at Indira Bhawan in New Delhi.

Setback for Uttar Pradesh Congress, senior leader Naseemuddin Siddiqui resigns from party

Uttar Pradesh | Jan 24, 2026, 04:35 PM IST

Naseemuddin Siddiqui became an MLA for the first time in 1991. He was expelled from the BSP on May 10, 2017, for alleged anti-party activities following the party’s poor performance in the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.

Rahul Gandhi Mocks Amit Shah's Speech: 'Completely Defensive Response, You Must Have Seen His Face

News | Dec 11, 2025, 11:35 AM IST

Rahul Gandhi criticized Home Minister Amit Shah's recent speech, calling it a "completely defensive response." He quipped, "You must have seen his face," implying Shah looked uneasy. The remark fueled debate and highlighted the rising tensions between Congress and the BJP.

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Rahul Mamkootathil, Kerala Congress MLA, expelled amid rape allegations, anticipatory bail rejected

India | Dec 04, 2025, 05:35 PM IST

Following a survivor's complaint, police registered an FIR against Mamkootathil alleging sexual assault, rape under the guise of marriage, and forced abortion. The case was initially filed at Nedumangad Valiyamala Police Station but later transferred to Nemom Police Station.

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Shashi Tharoor's praise for PM Modi sparks controversy within Congress party

India | Nov 20, 2025, 02:13 PM IST

Earlier this week, Shashi Tharoor shared his reflections on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent speech at the Ramnath Goenka Lecture, posting an analysis on X. While offering some criticism, Tharoor praised key aspects of the address, describing it as both an economic outlook and a cultural call.

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Shivakumar hints at stepping down as KPCC chief, vows to stay in 'leadership role' | Video

Karnataka | Nov 20, 2025, 09:04 AM IST

Karnataka: After the 2023 assembly elections, which brought the Congress to power with a clear mandate, reports indicated that a compromise was reached between Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar to share power- each leading as chief minister for roughly half the term.

Congress issues show-cause notices to 43 party leaders amid Mahagathbandhan's Bihar poll debacle

Bihar | Nov 18, 2025, 05:12 PM IST

Those asked to explain their conduct include former minister Veena Shahi, AICC member Madhurendra Kumar Singh, former state unit general secretary Kaisar Khan, ex-MLA Sudhir Kumar, and former MLC Ajay Kumar Singh. All have been directed to respond to the notices within the time given by the party.

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